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Always high on the boogie but completely sober in every other respect, Aristatle mixes and mashes bangers from the 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s, 10s and 69s of the disco, soul, funky house genre. Classically and jazz trained, she might whip out her flute during set to add even more spice.

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Analog Society is a Timeless Pop band from London, reinventing the best of 60s and 70s music by blending catchy melodies and anthemic choruses with sophisticated arrangements. Their sound bursts with soulful vocals, funky riffs, and Motown-style horns, creating a fresh take on classic influences.

Matthew One Man is an artist from Egham Surrey. A dynamic performer whose unique looping style separates him from fellow musicians, the engaging sounds of his guitar break the boundaries of what is expected of the instrument. The unconventional and stylistic performances draw inspiration from guitarists such as Jon Gomm and Antoine DuFour. DJ’s such as ATB and Juan Atkins. Matthew uses extended techniques and a loopstation to create a dynamic performance ranging from Dance Music to the Avante Garde.

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EJ Negre, born in Lapu-Lapu, Philippines, discovered his passion for drawing at an early age. He honed his craft across Canada, Philippines and London, combining formal training at Vancouver Film School and Alberta College of Art with self-taught exploration. As a freelance illustrator, animator, and photographer, EJ has traveled the world to learn from masters of the craft.

In London, he has been an active figure in the drawing scene, contributing illustrations to the award-winning British fashion film SATURNALIA, sketching at London Fashion Week, and fostering artistic communities through his group, Let’s Draw Now. Balancing commissions in illustration, photography, and animation, EJ collaborates with directors and creatives across industries.

His work has been featured in Zee Lifestyle Magazine, Redbull Canada, Facebook London, Need for Speed: Unbound, King's Cross Library, Smile Inflight Magazine, University of the Philippines Cebu, Calgary Herald, CBC News, and Mabuhay Calgary. Today, EJ continues to champion the art of drawing, inspiring creatives and keeping the spirit of drawing alive.

Tone Central is an artist-producer, DJ, and A&R exploring the sounds of Hip Hop, R&B, Amapiano and Edits through meaningful collaborations and digital crate digging. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Joe Kay and Mura Masa, Tone is experienced in forming creative partnerships.

At We Out Here Festival 2023, Tone DJ'd to VIPs, like UK rapper Knucks, and was praised on Wordplay Magazine's socials for his mixing. His fusion of Kaytranada-style dance tracks with alt-rap stood out.

A multidisciplinary creative, Tone has photographed artists like Wesley Joseph and Children of Zeus, directed a documentary featuring Rap Game winner Graft, and hosted sold-out events at historic venues.

His debut studio album, a collaborative effort with emerging UK talents, is set for release in October 2024.

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Originally from Gothenburg, Sweden, ISSA ODYSSEA is a London-based singer-songwriter and multidisciplinary artist. Rooted in poetic lyricism, and influenced by alternative R&B, lo-fi, and indie soul, her songs are layered with emotive vocal melodies, intricate songwriting, and genre-bending production.

Since her debut project in 2019, she has released a high-quality catalogue of songs, as well as directed and produced her own visuals—revealing her unique vision and creative capability as an artist.

Over the past few years, ISSA has been establishing her place on the live music scene, performing at iconic venues across the city while continuing to write and record new music. Calling it her favourite work to date, she is now set to share her sophomore EP in spring 2025.

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Jamie is a Midlands-born artist, currently based in London. His work as a software developer involves a strict adherence to rules and formulas in order to create a working product. His personal exploration of art is a dichotomy of this. He seeks to break and distort software in a way to produce visually stimulating imagery.

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Fox Jackson has been enamoured by music from as young as he can remember. Inspired by the likes of artists such as Earth Wind and Fire, Kool and the Gang and George Benson, his music blends funk-fuelled melodies, sexy vocals and dance-worthy beats, creating a vibrant and distinct sound which is his own.

His career in the entertainment industry began at just 11 years old, when he landed the lead role as Billy Elliot, in the hit West End musical, "Billy Elliot the Musical". His time there solidified his desire to be on stage, while also pushing him to dive deeper into the world of music. Following multiple roles on both stage and TV, Fox soon made an easy transition to his first love and true calling, music. Discovering his own sound and style, Fox has since been crafting music.

Sarith is a versatile professional dedicated to fostering inclusive environments and uniting communities through her expertise in curation, film, and music. She is a member of the Daytimers Internal team, a resident at Mondo Radio, the Founder/ Creative director of Dhaga & Co-Founder/ Co-Producer of Arachnid Production House.

She has DJ’d for Daytimers Residencies with Phonox & Adidas Originals, and at many arts and culture events throughout London. Being born and raised in Sri Lanka and having travelled across many countries including India, Thailand, Australia and Berlin, her work is inspired by a blend of cultures. Sarith’s sets are a seamless fusion of sound including Afrobeats, House, Jersey Club, UK funky and more.

Inspired by wordsmiths such as Leonard Cohen and Laura Marling, Chloe Leigh's music portrays sincere tales of love and loss, longing and laughter. Her signature blend of folk and flamenco styles has taken Chloe to many places, from the fine fields of Glastonbury festival to Nashville, and dark jazz bars in Berlin. Chloe has recently been working on a new collection of songs for debut album, inspired by her southern Spanish roots, that represents her unique international sound. Alongside this she also has a wide repertoire of covers for those magical sing-along moments.